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Happy Juneteenth James Whitcomb Riley School 43 families and community members!

Today we celebrate Freedom for ALL! Please enjoy this day with family, music, food, love, and more!
❤️💛🖤💚

☀️ Wishing Our Families a Wonderful Summer! ☀️

We had an incredible school year! To all of our amazing scholars, families, and staff: thank you for your hard work, dedication, and school spirit.

Now, it’s time to relax, recharge, and make some wonderful memories. We wish you all a safe, happy, and deeply restful summer break.

See you in the fall! 📚✨

Enjoy a few pictures from last week's Promotion Ceremony!

🎉 WOOHOO! Big news, everyone! 🎉 Let’s hear a massive round of applause for our incredible Class of 2026 Grade 5 Promotees! 🌟 🥳

This school year has been an absolute blast, and we are so incredibly proud of every single one of our amazing scholars. You all rock! 🚀 MISSION-COMPLETE!

Next stop: MIDDLE SCHOOL! 🚀📚 We love you all so much and know you are going to do big, awesome things next year. Keep shining bright! 💫✨

Happy Memorial Day JWR #43 families and community members. Today we remember and thank all service members who have proudly served in the armed forces.

Oh, the Places You'll Go!

Congratulations!
Today is your day.
You're off to Great Places!
You're off and away!

You have brains in your head.
You have feet in your shoes.
You can steer yourself
in any direction you choose.

What a day full of celebration at James Whitcomb Riley, School 43! jwriley43

Look who’s growing up! 🎓 We are incredibly proud of our littlest learners for wrapping up Pre-K/Kindergarten.

Next stop: Kindergarten / 1st Grade! Watch out, world, here they come. ✨🍎

🎸 That’s a Wrap on Schoolhouse Rock!
Our scholars absolutely rocked the stage during our Spring Showcase! 🎤✨

From the catchy tunes of "Conjunction Junction" to the classic rhythm of "I’m Just a Bill," our students brought the house down with their energy, talent, and hard work. It was incredible to see all those hours of rehearsal transform into such a vibrant, high-energy performance. Every scholar shone bright, showing off their musical and theatrical growth. They didn't just perform; they brought history, grammar, and math to life through song!

Thank you to all the families, staff, and friends who filled the seats and cheered our stars on. We are so incredibly proud of the dedication our scholars showed to make this showcase a "smash hit."

Way to go, Team! 🎼🌟

🔬 Science in Action!
Check out these snapshots from our recent Science Fair! 🧪✨

From exploding volcanoes to innovative tech solutions, our scholars truly brought their "A" game. We are so impressed by the curiosity, research, and hard work displayed in every project.

A huge thank you to all the students who participated and the families who came out to support our future scientists! 👨‍🔬👩‍🔬